News from Upper Merion Township

September 12, 2014

TOWNSHIP CLICKS

The nation paused on Thursday, September 11, in memory of those who lost their lives thirteen years ago in the September 11 2001 attacks.

(Safety and Codes Director John Waters provided the following)

The first collapse occurred at 0959 hours on that fateful day and we lost:

343 members of the Fire Department of New York

23 members of the New York Police Department

37 members of the Port Authority Police Department

8 members of private ambulance firms

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King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company's 9/11 Memorial Event

SENIOR CENTER

The Only Place To Be....

On Thursday, September 18, more than 250 seniors will gather on the 1st level of The Pavilion in the King of Prussia Mall for the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling. It's FREE for senior residents of the UMASD, but you must register to attend. Please call the senior center at 610-265-4715.

COMMUNITY

Get Set...Go!!!

The 3rd Annual King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company 9/11 Memorial 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk will be on Sunday, September 14. Where: The fire house on 170 Allendale Road.

Time: 9:00 AM. Registration opens at 7:30 AM. Awards and a brief ceremony will follow the run. Proceeds maintain the 9/11 Memorial, located at the fire house, and the Zachary Wallace Fund.

Upcoming Fundraisers

Supporters of the Daniel T. Kellett Skate Park will be holding two fundraising events. Your support of the spaghetti dinner and the clothing drive fundraisers is greatly appreciated.

Pruning....Done Right!

This upcoming pruning workshop on Tuesday, September 30 is sponsored by the Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and the Upper Merion Tree Tenders. Click here.

Line Painting

This visual road improvements was completed on township roads during the week of September 8. Complaints should be directed to Padot at 610-270-3605.

Volunteers Needed

Do you have a homebound friend, neighbor, or family member in need of home meal delivery? Please contact Neighborhood Meals on Wheels at 610-265-7051, between 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

ADMINISTRATION

Supervisors Meeting

Be a part of our LIVE audience at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, September 18. Here is a sneak peek of the agenda.

(Updates may occur)

Board Openings

Some township citizen boards have openings. Click here. Note to current members: Kindly respond to Angela Caramenico by Monday, September 22, if you will be attending the Citizen Board Appreciation Luncheon, scheduled for Sunday, October 5. Your invitation has been mailed.

Dates Ahead

Don't miss these important dates. Click here.

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POLICE

UMPD Campaign

If you are interested in displaying this UMPD campaign poster at your place of business, please contact the Community Response Unit at 610-265-3232 or email hnuskey@umtownship.org. Please forward to business owners. Thank you.

Got Drugs?

Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Upper Merion Township building.

Click here.

FARMERS MARKET

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Clothing Drive

Collections in support of the Daniel T. Kellet Skate Park will held be at the Market on Saturday, September 20. View flyer.

International Day - 9/13

The Market will have several events to celebrate this special day. Come see three separate dance groups representing Irish, Chinese, and Indian Bollywood heritages. Learn how to wrap a traditional Indian sari; LaVera Seymour will have a display of African culture. Stop by and sample foods from many nations.

Labor of Love

Market officials will need your help setting up and breaking down the Market. Visit us Saturday. Or, become a Market producer/vendor by clicking here.

ON THE MOVE

Pavement Patching

Nighttime travel restrictions are scheduled next week on U.S. Route 202 and U.S. Route 422 for pavement patching. Crews will work Sunday through Friday (Sept. 14-19) from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

Check It Out

Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com.

PARKS AND RECREATION

Pre-Schooler Rocks It

Lots of programs are starting the week of September 14, for 2-5 year olds; Playball, Dance, UK Petite!

Tip Top Shape

Here are a few exercise programs starting September 14 for adults only: pilates, BLAST Fitness, yoga and more!

After School Programs

Starting during the week of September 22, with the exception of Hands on Science, which starts at Caley Elementary School during the week of September 14. Sign up your future scientist right here.

LIBRARY

Tech Night

Need help with your digital device or eBooks? Get it from our youth volunteers on Monday, September 22 at 7:00 PM at the library. Registration required.

Fall Story Time

During the week of September 15, make sure to register your child for the FREE Fall Six -week story time session. There are many options to chose from for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and families. You can call, register on-line, or stop in the library.

Dance Til You Drop

Your kids will have a blast at this special library dance party on September 16, in the Henderson Room. It will be held at 10:30AM for toddlers (ages 2 - 3 �) and 2:00 PM for preschoolers (ages 3 � - 5). Register on-line.

Enchanted Library

Calling all 5th - 8th graders interested in acting and backstage crew work. Come out on September 17, from 7:00 until 8:00 PM to the Little Theatre to learn more about this year's Enchanted Library: "The Mystery of the Lost Treasure!" We need lots of help to make it happen. No registration.

All About Jazz

Jazz Night will be held in Freedom Hall on October 10 at 7:00 PM. Stephen Wise and The Edge band will perform. This popular annual event is sponsored by the Upper Merion Township Library Friends of Black History.